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Ancient Egyptian museum display of statues and artifacts including a Thoth figure with ibis head and writing tools

Who Is Thoth in Egyptian Mythology? The Egyptian God

Orin Vale

Who is Thoth in Egyptian mythology? He is the ancient Egyptian god of writing, wisdom, measurement, and sacred speech, but also a moon deity, mediator, and divine recorder whose functions changed across history. Understanding Thoth reveals how the Egyptians linked knowledge, cosmic order, and authority, and why he remained central to both ritual and intellectual life.

Ancient Egyptian wall painting with hieroglyphs and symbolic figures, likely depicting Seshat in Egyptian mythology

Who Is Seshat in Egyptian Mythology? History and Meaning

Orin Vale

Seshat in Egyptian mythology was the goddess of writing, measurement, record-keeping, and sacred knowledge, a specialized deity whose influence shaped both temple ritual and royal administration. Often called the “Female Scribe,” she reveals how the ancient Egyptians linked literacy, surveying, and cosmic order—and why her role deserves closer study.